H7197Introduced in the House
Allows social gaming in private residences and in public taverns or private clubs as long as the gambling is incidental to a bona fide social relationship between the participants and no person other than the participants receive anything of value.
Introduced by William O'Brien, District 54
What does this bill do?
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Official description
CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- GAMBLING AND LOTTERIES - Allows social gaming in private residences and in public taverns or private clubs as long as the gambling is incidental to a bona fide social relationship between the participants and no person other than the participants receive anything of value.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
January 29, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/29/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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